The Simplest Spicy Shrimp
SERVING TIP: You can serve these shrimp as is, or over brown rice or quinoa.
Author: Diane Kochilas
Moussaka (Baked Eggplant with Ground Meat and Bechamel)
Invariably mispronounced with the accent on the second instead of the last syllable, moussakå is probably the Greek national dish to many foreigners, although its origins are thought to be Asian. This Greek recipe, a true Greek classic, might actually be related or descended from the Asian maghuna, a “ayered dish of mutton, onions and […]
Spinach Graviera Crustless Quiche
A TIP FOR CRUSTLESS QUICHE You can freeze your crustless quiche either whole or in slices. Leave it in the fridge overnight to defrost. It can then be served either cold or hot; reheat in the oven, covered loosely with foil until heated through.
Zucchini Veloute
ABOUT VEGETABLE SOUPS: One of my favorite ways to cook vegetables is in soups, and the variations and versatility are endless. You can make almost any vegetable into a simple but elegant soup and the beauty is in the garnishing. Drizzle thin threads of olive oil over the soup; stream a little balsamic or honey […]
Bruschetta with Feta and Roasted Red Peppers
ABOUT GREEK FETA: From week to week, there is always a recipe or two that includes the national cheese of Greece, feta. There are a few things to know about this world-class brine cheese: Greek feta is the only officially recognized feta in the EU, and thus the only one allowed to be exported legally. […]
Lentil Tabbouleh with Crumbled Eggs
FUN FACT: Lentil soup is the most traditional way in the Greek kitchen to cook this ancient pulse. But even the humble lentil has evolved and is now used in more sophisticated dishes, playing off tradition but totally modern, too. This easy salad is one example.
Chickpeas Cooked With Spinach And Cod
THE CHICKPEA-SPINACH CONNECTION Chickpeas and spinach cooked together are a combination found throughout the entire Mediterranean, in all traditions – Christian, Judaic, and Muslim. Indeed, here in Greece, there are a few very old recipes (chickpeas are, in fact, one of the oldest cultivated legumes, endemic, to the Eastern Mediterranean) from the traditions of the […]
How to Use All Your Cucumbers in Salads, Dips, Main Courses, and More
What do you do when you have cucumbers coming out of your ears?? This is exactly what is going on in my Ikarian garden right now. Luckily, the Mediterranean diet and Greek diet both feature cucumbers in all kinds of recipes – salads, dips, even main courses that will certainly fill you up. And, with […]
Ikaria Longevity Sun-Dried Cucumber Chips with Sea Salt and Spices
Have you ever had a glut of cucumbers? Avid gardeners will understand this problem! There is a point in the summer, usually mid-July in my Ikarian longevity garden, when I can’t give cucumbers away! How many Greek salads and how much tzatziki can one consumer! So, I’ve taken to cocktails, chutneys, jams and even chips. […]
Salmon Saffron Risotto
CARNAROLI VS ARBORIO Both carnaroli and arborio are popular Italian medium-grain rice varieties. Carnaroli is considered the best rice for risotto. It has a higher starch content and firmer texture than arborio, which results in a creamier risotto that’s much more difficult to overcook. The grains are also slightly longer and keep their shape better […]